Each week we highlight five things affecting the life sciences industry. Here’s the latest. … READ MORE >
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Job creation slows in July as unemployment increases to 4.3%
U.S. job growth slowed in July as 114,000 jobs were added and the unemployment rate increased to 4.3%. … READ MORE >
Back-to-school outlook: Price sensitivity creates consumer spending shifts
Back-to-school spending is expected to decrease this season after record highs last year. … READ MORE >
Productivity continues to climb as investments take hold
The rebound of labor productivity in the second quarter is another sign of why the economy will continue to be on strong footing even as the labor market cools. … READ MORE >
Fed holds rates steady as it sets up for September cut
We expect that the FOMC will reduce the policy rate by 25 basis points at its September meeting and then do so again in December. … READ MORE >
Job openings exceed forecasts as layoffs and quits reach multiyear lows
Job openings continued to point to strong labor demand, staying above forecast at 8.18 million in June. May’s number was also revised up to 8.23 million. … READ MORE >
U.S. July employment report to show a gain of 200,000 jobs
The second, and more important, element of the jobs report will be the direction of the unemployment rate, which has been rising as more people, lured by rising wages, enter the workforce. … READ MORE >
5 things to know in life sciences: Week of July 22, 2024
An AI-powered program has been introduced to streamline funding for clinical trials. This and more in this week’s life sciences recap. … READ MORE >
PCE inflation continues to ease in June as income and spending gain
Top-line inflation in the personal consumption expenditures index increased in June by 0.1% and by 2.5% on a year-ago basis. … READ MORE >
Back-to-school outlook: Blurring the lines of digital and physical store sales
In our three-part blog series, RSM’s senior industry analysts explore back-to-school shopping trends and the impact on consumer businesses. … READ MORE >